Teens Posts

Mind the gap: Why girls develop faster than boys

Kid's Health Dec 6, 2022

It’s an accepted fact that girls develop faster than boys physically and emotionally. To understand why this is, we need ...Read More

Donating blood: Teens can do that

Kid's Health, Wellness Mar 17, 2021

Can a teen donate blood? The answer is a resounding “yes,” if that teen is 16 and older, is in ...Read More

4 tips for talking with your kids about COVID-19

Kid's Health Apr 8, 2020

Editor’s note: This article was published on April 8, 2020. COVID-19 information and recommendations are subject to change. For the ...Read More

Tweens to teens: 3 tips for adolescent independence

Kid's Health Oct 14, 2019

When is the right age to let your child stay home alone? Can you let them ride bike to a ...Read More

Anxiety in teenagers: Resources and tips for parents

Kid's Health Oct 1, 2018

Early in the school year is a common time for teenagers to display symptoms of emotional distress. Anxiety is one ...Read More

The Rounds: Kids in the digital age

Kid's Health, Podcasts Apr 18, 2018

Internet-connected devices are everywhere, including in kids’ hands. How should parents handle this digital revolution? How does being constantly connected ...Read More

Why high school seniors need an advance directive

Wellness Apr 16, 2018

Spring for high school seniors is a time of great excitement. Whether starting college or entering the work force, students ...Read More

Spring break safety tips to avoid a party foul

Wellness Mar 5, 2018

Hitting the road with friends for spring break is a long-standing tradition for young adults. Sun, drinks and carefree attitudes ...Read More

Piercing care: Watch out for keloids

Kid's Health Jan 29, 2018

When teenage years draw near, many kids begin asking parents for piercings. Dr. Lawrence Scherrer, a Marshfield Clinic dermatologist, says ...Read More